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Sharks
WED 10 DEC - MON 1 JUN

EXHIBITION ON NOW

Sharks

Dive into the awe-inspiring world of ocean giants. Explore life-sized sharks, ancient predators, and interactive experiences — thrilling, educational, and unforgettable for all ages.
Mana: Protest in Print exhibition at Auckland Museum
FREE WITH MUSEUM ENTRY

ON NOW

Mana: Protest in Print

Feel the Mana of 1970s protest in print, in the new exhibition that spotlights the groundbreaking newspaper that platformed Māori and Pacific voices across some of Aotearoa New Zealand's most defining years in activism.
Māori performers in traditional attire
EXPERIENCE

11AM & 1.30PM DAILY

Māori Cultural Experience

Gain genuine insight into Māori culture in this unique, enriching experience. Hear beautiful songs, witness the incredible haka in action and learn about the endurance of Māori people throughout history.
Hours and AdmissionsAdmissions & Hours
Transport and ParkingTransport & Parking
GalleriesGalleries
AccessibilityAccessibility
Audio GuidesAudio Guides
Services and AmenitiesServices & Amenities
Photography & FilmingPhotography & Filming

Enjoy our historic 1929 Grand Foyer and galleries across three floors. Please note the Māori Court and Pacific Galleries are closed for essential remediation. 

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Haere mai, Aucklanders!

Love the Museum and live in Auckland? The new MyMuseum card is for you. 

Simply show it for free general admission whenever you visit. There’s no need to queue – just dive in and explore! 

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Get more from your Museum

From as little as $50 per year, you can enjoy unlimited free entry to paid exhibitions, discounted event tickets and exclusive Member only events.

As a Member, you’ll also receive discounts at our Museum Store and Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café.

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Pre-plan for a smooth arrival
ACCESSIBILITY TOUR

Pre-plan for a smooth arrival

Our new accessibility virtual tour helps our visitors with mobility restrictions or those who use wheelchairs to plan their visit. It covers the access routes of the ground floor of the Museum from parking and public transport areas as well as the car parks, and has information about lifts, ramps, accessible eating areas, accessible toilets, rest areas, lockers, and much more.

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NZ Sign Language at Auckland Museum

NZ Sign Language at Auckland Museum

Watch our NZSL video to plan your visit, and learn about our new NZSL Online Hub. In the Hub, you can discover more about interesting displays within two of our newest galleries, through NZSL videos on your own device.

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Food and drink

Food and drink

Whether you're after a coffee on-the-run, a quick bite, a long lunch or prefer to bring your own kai, we've got options to suit any plan. Find out more about Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café, 1929 Espresso Bar and the Kai Room.

Tuitui Museum Bistro & Café is open late on Tuesdays, last orders 8PM.

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Hokohoko Museum Store

The Museum Store

Te Ao Mārama is home to Hokohoko, the Museum Store. With an extensive range of artworks, books, gifts and toys by local makers and artists, the store is a reflection of the taonga the Museum houses.

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Te Whiwhinga The Imaginarium

Māori names around the Museum

Every gallery and public space within Tāmaki Paenga Hira Auckland War Memorial Museum has been assigned a te reo Māori name. Find out about the meanings of these ingoa, and listen to audio recordings of their pronunciation.

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